The Hilt, Old Guard Chardonnay Brut Zero Sweet Cabernet fruit but slightly

Sweet Cabernet fruit but slightly unformed

Here too there is a touch of menthol to the very floral and spicy aromas of primarily dark berries that are trimmed in a hint of sandalwood

and brown spices are the key notes in this rich yet almost aggressively penetrating Riesling

translucent Pinot a striking upper register of aromatic presence

which resulted in high skin-to-juice ratios

The Hilt, Old Guard Chardonnay Brut Zero Sweet Cabernet fruit but slightly(55% fruit from Sanford & Benedict vineyard and 45% from Solomon Hills vineyard), Pale gold. Musky, heady aromas of yellow plum, poached pear, lemon pith and iodine. Pliant and creamy in texture, with a restrained sweetness to its deep orchard and citrus fruit flavors. Finishes spicy and long, with a smoky mineral nuance adding bite. Josh Raynolds